Level 1 Health and Social Care For Children and Young People Course in Birmingham. Classes run at Longbridge Campus, with daytime study over one year. You'll need GCSE English and maths at Grade 1 or 2 to enrol. The course covers communication, safeguarding, equality and diversity, and human growth and development. A work placement in a relevant setting is part of the course, alongside GCSE English and maths study. This level 1 health and social care for children and young people qualification is a stepping stone toward Level 2 study and work in the sector.
Who this course is for
This one-year course is designed for school leavers aiming to work in a health and social care setting. It provides an introduction to care and will prepare learners for further learning. This qualification will develop the transferable skills, attributes and behaviours needed for learners to progress to further study and ultimately to employment. A relevant work placement forms part of the course as well as studying maths and English GCSEs.
Entry requirements
To enrol on this course, you will have achieved Grade 1 or 2 in GCSE English and maths
What you will learn
You'll explore communication skills used in health and social care settings.
You'll study safeguarding and safe working practices.
You'll learn about equality, diversity and rights in care environments.
You'll develop your understanding of human growth and development.
You'll gain practical experience through a work placement in a relevant setting.
You'll build transferable skills and behaviours needed for further study and employment.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom sessions at Longbridge Campus, supported by a work placement in a relevant health or care setting. Assessment includes written assignments, work booklets, presentations, and tutor observation. You'll also study GCSE English and maths alongside the main qualification.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Longbridge Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant: entry-level support role in residential or community care.
Nursery assistant: supporting children's learning and daily routines.
Healthcare support worker: assisting clinical staff in health settings.
Childcare worker: working with children in a range of care settings.
School support assistant: helping pupils with learning and wellbeing.
Youth worker: supporting young people in community or charity settings.
What you could study next
Level 2 Certificate or Diploma in Health and Social Care: the natural next step, moving you closer to employment in the sector and opening up further training routes.
Level 2 Diploma for the Early Years Practitioner: if you want to focus specifically on working with young children in nursery or early years settings.
GCSE English and Maths (if not already achieved at Grade 4 or above): strengthens your options for Level 3 study and many job applications.
